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SOCIAL INDEX
67.2/ 100
SOCIAL RATING
177th/ 347
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Costa Rican Geographic Distribution
Costa Rican Income
In terms of income, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better household income with householder under the age of 25 ($48,546), household income with householder over the age of 65 ($56,788), and wage/income gap percentage (25.9%), but there is room for improvement in median female earnings ($36,076), median earnings ($42,740), and median male earnings ($50,208).
| Income Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Per Capita Income | 50.7 /100 | #168 | Average $40,059 |
| Median Family Income | 50.9 /100 | #169 | Average $95,189 |
| Median Household Income | 52.4 /100 | #149 | Average $80,156 |
| Median Earnings | 46.4 /100 | #170 | Average $42,740 |
| Median Male Earnings | 46.6 /100 | #169 | Average $50,208 |
| Median Female Earnings | 45.2 /100 | #186 | Average $36,076 |
| Householder Age | Under 25 years | 62.4 /100 | #125 | Good $48,546 |
| Householder Age | 25 - 44 years | 50.4 /100 | #170 | Average $86,917 |
| Householder Age | 45 - 64 years | 52.9 /100 | #156 | Average $94,204 |
| Householder Age | Over 65 years | 56.9 /100 | #159 | Average $56,788 |
| Wage/Income Gap | 56.1 /100 | #168 | Average 25.9% |
Costa Rican Poverty
In terms of poverty, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better poverty level among married-couple families (5.4%), poverty level among single males (12.7%), and percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps (11.5%), but there is room for improvement in poverty level among single fathers (16.2%), poverty level among boys under the age of 16 (16.8%), and poverty level among children under the age of 5 (17.5%).
| Poverty Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Poverty | 78.0 /100 | #170 | Good 12.4% |
| Families | 79.7 /100 | #184 | Good 9.3% |
| Males | 80.1 /100 | #162 | Excellent 11.2% |
| Females | 77.8 /100 | #180 | Good 13.5% |
| Females 18 to 24 years | 76.4 /100 | #89 | Good 19.1% |
| Females 25 to 34 years | 80.5 /100 | #169 | Excellent 13.6% |
| Children Under 5 years | 74.5 /100 | #175 | Good 17.5% |
| Children Under 16 years | 74.6 /100 | #179 | Good 16.6% |
| Boys Under 16 years | 74.2 /100 | #176 | Good 16.8% |
| Girls Under 16 years | 74.7 /100 | #178 | Good 16.8% |
| Single Males | 85.0 /100 | #176 | Excellent 12.7% |
| Single Females | 76.8 /100 | #163 | Good 21.2% |
| Single Fathers | 74.0 /100 | #170 | Good 16.2% |
| Single Mothers | 77.4 /100 | #165 | Good 29.3% |
| Married Couples | 85.7 /100 | #186 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Seniors Over 65 years | 78.5 /100 | #206 | Good 11.0% |
| Seniors Over 75 years | 76.5 /100 | #205 | Good 12.4% |
| Receiving Food Stamps | 82.6 /100 | #176 | Excellent 11.5% |
Costa Rican Unemployment
In terms of unemployment, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better unemployment rate among males (5.4%), unemployment rate among population between the ages 35 and 44 (4.7%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (5.7%), but there is room for improvement in unemployment rate among seniors over the age of 75 (9.4%), unemployment rate among women with children between the ages 6 and 17 (9.2%), and unemployment rate among population between the ages 65 and 74 (5.7%).
| Unemployment Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Unemployment | 90.4 /100 | #188 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Males | 93.4 /100 | #181 | Exceptional 5.4% |
| Females | 86.1 /100 | #196 | Excellent 5.5% |
| Youth < 25 | 88.4 /100 | #202 | Excellent 12.2% |
| Age | 16 to 19 years | 86.6 /100 | #189 | Excellent 18.6% |
| Age | 20 to 24 years | 89.7 /100 | #210 | Excellent 10.7% |
| Age | 25 to 29 years | 90.3 /100 | #209 | Exceptional 6.9% |
| Age | 30 to 34 years | 92.8 /100 | #194 | Exceptional 5.7% |
| Age | 35 to 44 years | 93.4 /100 | #147 | Exceptional 4.7% |
| Age | 45 to 54 years | 91.7 /100 | #151 | Exceptional 4.6% |
| Age | 55 to 59 years | 92.7 /100 | #184 | Exceptional 4.9% |
| Age | 60 to 64 years | 85.4 /100 | #276 | Excellent 5.3% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 83.6 /100 | #269 | Excellent 5.7% |
| Seniors > 65 | 85.6 /100 | #238 | Excellent 5.4% |
| Seniors > 75 | 76.5 /100 | #208 | Good 9.4% |
| Women w/ Children < 6 | 85.6 /100 | #176 | Excellent 7.8% |
| Women w/ Children 6 to 17 | 83.0 /100 | #217 | Excellent 9.2% |
| Women w/ Children < 18 | 85.3 /100 | #182 | Excellent 5.7% |
Costa Rican Labor Participation
In terms of labor participation, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better labor force participation rate among population between the ages 30 and 34 (84.3%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 45 and 54 (82.5%), and labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 64 (79.5%), but there is room for improvement in labor force participation rate among population between the ages 16 and 19 (35.5%), labor force participation rate among population between the ages 20 and 24 (74.8%), and labor force participation rate among population ages 16 and over (65.7%).
| Labor Participation Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| In Labor Force | Age > 16 | 70.5 /100 | #138 | Good 65.7% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-64 | 83.0 /100 | #164 | Excellent 79.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 16-19 | 50.9 /100 | #183 | Average 35.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 20-24 | 68.0 /100 | #174 | Good 74.8% |
| In Labor Force | Age 25-29 | 75.7 /100 | #150 | Good 84.5% |
| In Labor Force | Age 30-34 | 84.3 /100 | #195 | Excellent 84.3% |
| In Labor Force | Age 35-44 | 83.0 /100 | #207 | Excellent 84.0% |
| In Labor Force | Age 45-54 | 83.5 /100 | #179 | Excellent 82.5% |
Costa Rican Family Structure
In terms of family structure, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of single father households (2.3%), percentage of married-couple family households (47.4%), and percentage of births to unmarried women (32.6%), but there is room for improvement in average family size (3.29), percentage of family households with children (28.9%), and percentage of family households (66.3%).
| Family Structure Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Family Households | 54.7 /100 | #67 | Average 66.3% |
| Family Households with Children | 34.7 /100 | #68 | Fair 28.9% |
| Married-couple Households | 67.9 /100 | #134 | Good 47.4% |
| Average Family Size | 20.6 /100 | #139 | Fair 3.29 |
| Single Father Households | 84.5 /100 | #172 | Excellent 2.3% |
| Single Mother Households | 63.8 /100 | #191 | Good 6.7% |
| Currently Married | 67.2 /100 | #178 | Good 46.7% |
| Divorced or Separated | 58.2 /100 | #171 | Average 12.2% |
| Births to Unmarried Women | 67.3 /100 | #197 | Good 32.6% |
Costa Rican Vehicle Availability
In terms of vehicle availability, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of households with no vehicle available (9.7%), percentage of households with 1 or more vehicles available (90.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (56.8%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of households with 4 or more vehicles available (6.7%), percentage of households with 3 or more vehicles available (20.4%), and percentage of households with 2 or more vehicles available (56.8%).
| Vehicle Availability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Vehicles Available | 89.5 /100 | #129 | Excellent 9.7% |
| 1+ Vehicles Available | 88.2 /100 | #130 | Excellent 90.4% |
| 2+ Vehicles Available | 78.9 /100 | #127 | Good 56.8% |
| 3+ Vehicles Available | 52.8 /100 | #123 | Average 20.4% |
| 4+ Vehicles Available | 41.3 /100 | #125 | Average 6.7% |
Costa Rican Education Level
In terms of education level, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with no schooling (2.1%), percentage of population with at least 12th grade (no diploma) education (90.2%), and percentage of population with at least ged/equivalency education (84.9%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with at least doctorate degree education (1.8%), percentage of population with at least professional degree education (4.4%), and percentage of population with at least master's degree education (14.7%).
| Education Level Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| No Schooling Completed | 71.8 /100 | #198 | Good 2.1% |
| Nursery School | 57.1 /100 | #201 | Average 98.0% |
| Kindergarten | 56.7 /100 | #201 | Average 97.9% |
| 1st Grade | 62.0 /100 | #203 | Good 97.9% |
| 2nd Grade | 62.3 /100 | #203 | Good 97.8% |
| 3rd Grade | 55.2 /100 | #205 | Average 97.7% |
| 4th Grade | 64.5 /100 | #205 | Good 97.4% |
| 5th Grade | 66.2 /100 | #210 | Good 97.2% |
| 6th Grade | 55.7 /100 | #212 | Average 96.8% |
| 7th Grade | 58.9 /100 | #230 | Average 95.5% |
| 8th Grade | 58.2 /100 | #233 | Average 95.2% |
| 9th Grade | 66.2 /100 | #231 | Good 94.2% |
| 10th Grade | 69.2 /100 | #230 | Good 93.0% |
| 11th Grade | 69.2 /100 | #225 | Good 91.7% |
| 12th Grade, No Diploma | 70.2 /100 | #212 | Good 90.2% |
| High School Diploma | 68.4 /100 | #217 | Good 88.1% |
| GED/Equivalency | 70.2 /100 | #197 | Good 84.9% |
| College, Under 1 year | 62.7 /100 | #200 | Good 64.1% |
| College, 1 year or more | 61.2 /100 | #192 | Good 58.4% |
| Associate's Degree | 60.0 /100 | #187 | Good 45.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 54.9 /100 | #179 | Average 37.1% |
| Master's Degree | 44.9 /100 | #174 | Average 14.7% |
| Professional Degree | 41.6 /100 | #165 | Average 4.4% |
| Doctorate Degree | 32.6 /100 | #175 | Fair 1.8% |
Costa Rican Disability
In terms of disability, Costa Ricans residing in the United States exhibit better percentage of population with a disability under the age of 5 (1.2%), percentage of population with a disability over the age of 75 (47.2%), and percentage of population with a disability between the ages 65 and 75 (22.6%), but there is room for improvement in percentage of population with a disability between the ages 5 and 17 (5.5%), percentage of population with a disability between the ages 34 and 64 (10.6%), and percentage of population with cognitive disability (16.9%).
| Disability Metric | Rating | Rank | Value |
| Disability | 74.2 /100 | #122 | Good 11.1% |
| Males | 75.3 /100 | #143 | Good 10.8% |
| Females | 74.3 /100 | #111 | Good 11.4% |
| Age | Under 5 years | 86.7 /100 | #191 | Excellent 1.2% |
| Age | 5 to 17 years | 71.2 /100 | #184 | Good 5.5% |
| Age | 18 to 34 years | 77.4 /100 | #137 | Good 5.9% |
| Age | 35 to 64 years | 71.5 /100 | #127 | Good 10.6% |
| Age | 65 to 74 years | 81.8 /100 | #134 | Excellent 22.6% |
| Age | Over 75 years | 83.7 /100 | #139 | Excellent 47.2% |
| Vision | 77.1 /100 | #174 | Good 2.1% |
| Hearing | 80.7 /100 | #160 | Excellent 2.9% |
| Cognitive | 72.3 /100 | #139 | Good 16.9% |
| Ambulatory | 78.7 /100 | #115 | Good 5.8% |
| Self-Care | 74.4 /100 | #135 | Good 2.4% |
Common Questions
What are the strongest characteristics of Costa Ricans in the United States?
The strongest characteristics of Costa Ricans in the United States are:
#1
Unemployment Rate Among Males
5.4%
(93.4/100)
#2
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 35 and 44
4.7%
(93.4/100)
#3
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 30 and 34
5.7%
(92.8/100)
#4
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 55 and 59
4.9%
(92.7/100)
#5
Unemployment Rate Among Population Between the Ages 45 and 54
4.6%
(91.7/100)
What are the most vital challenges facing Costa Ricans in the United States?
The most vital challenges facing Costa Ricans in the United States are:
#1
Average Family Size
3.29
(20.6/100)
#2
Percentage of Population with at least Doctorate Degree Education
1.8%
(32.6/100)
#3
Percentage of Family Households with Children
28.9%
(34.7/100)
#4
Percentage of Households with 4 or More Vehicles Available
6.7%
(41.3/100)
#5
Percentage of Population with at least Professional Degree Education
4.4%
(41.6/100)
What is Costa Rican per capita income in the United States?
Costa Rican per capita income in the United States is $40,059, which is average, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican median family income in the United States?
Costa Rican median family income in the United States is $95,189, which is average, ranking it 169th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican median household income in the United States?
Costa Rican median household income in the United States is $80,156, which is average, ranking it 149th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican median earnings in the United States?
Costa Rican median earnings in the United States is $42,740, which is average, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican median male earnings in the United States?
Costa Rican median male earnings in the United States is $50,208, which is average, ranking it 169th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican median female earnings in the United States?
Costa Rican median female earnings in the United States is $36,076, which is average, ranking it 186th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican wage/income gap percentage in the United States?
Costa Rican wage/income gap percentage in the United States is 25.9%, which is average, ranking it 168th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level in the United States is 12.4%, which is good, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among families in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among families in the United States is 9.3%, which is good, ranking it 184th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among males in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among males in the United States is 11.2%, which is excellent, ranking it 162nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among females in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among females in the United States is 13.5%, which is good, ranking it 180th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among children under the age of 16 in the United States is 16.6%, which is good, ranking it 179th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among single males in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among single males in the United States is 12.7%, which is excellent, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among single females in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among single females in the United States is 21.2%, which is good, ranking it 163rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among single fathers in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among single fathers in the United States is 16.2%, which is good, ranking it 170th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican poverty level among single mothers in the United States?
Costa Rican poverty level among single mothers in the United States is 29.3%, which is good, ranking it 165th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of population receiving government assistance and/or food stamps in the United States is 11.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 176th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican unemployment in the United States?
Costa Rican unemployment in the United States is 5.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 188th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican unemployment rate among males in the United States?
Costa Rican unemployment rate among males in the United States is 5.4%, which is exceptional, ranking it 181st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican unemploymnet rate among females in the United States?
Costa Rican unemploymnet rate among females in the United States is 5.5%, which is excellent, ranking it 196th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of family households in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of family households in the United States is 66.3%, which is average, ranking it 67th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of family households with children in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of family households with children in the United States is 28.9%, which is fair, ranking it 68th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of married-couple family households in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of married-couple family households in the United States is 47.4%, which is good, ranking it 134th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican average family size in the United States?
Costa Rican average family size in the United States is 3.29, which is fair, ranking it 139th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of single father households in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of single father households in the United States is 2.3%, which is excellent, ranking it 172nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of single mother households in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of single mother households in the United States is 6.7%, which is good, ranking it 191st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of population currently married in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of population currently married in the United States is 46.7%, which is good, ranking it 178th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of population currently divorced or separated in the United States is 12.2%, which is average, ranking it 171st out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of births to unmarried women in the United States is 32.6%, which is good, ranking it 197th out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of population with a disability in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of population with a disability in the United States is 11.1%, which is good, ranking it 122nd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of males with a disability in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of males with a disability in the United States is 10.8%, which is good, ranking it 143rd out of 347 demographic groups.
What is Costa Rican percentage of females with a disability in the United States?
Costa Rican percentage of females with a disability in the United States is 11.4%, which is good, ranking it 111th out of 347 demographic groups.
Definitions
Social Index (Si) is a quantitative measure of societal well-being and progress based on various factors and indicators.
Social Index Explained
Social Index refers to a cumulative metric used to assess and measure the overall well-being or social standing of a specific demographic group within a society. It combines multiple factors such as income, poverty rates, family structure, education levels, employment and unemployment rates, rates of illegitimate childbirths, divorce rates, and other relevant social indicators. The purpose of a social index is to provide a comprehensive snapshot of the social conditions and quality of life within a particular group.
Social Index Calculation
The calculation of a social index involves assigning weights or scores to various social factors and then summing up these scores to obtain an overall composite score. These scores are then multiplied by their respective weights and summed up to calculate the overall social index score for the demographic group being assessed. The resulting score provides a quantitative measure of the group's social well-being, allowing for comparisons, tracking changes over time, and informing policy and decision-making processes.
What Can Social Index be Used For
A social index can be used for various purposes, including:
- Assessing Social Well-being: The social index provides a quantitative measure of the overall well-being of a demographic group. It helps assess the social conditions, quality of life, and disparities within a population, allowing policymakers, researchers, and organizations to identify areas that require improvement or targeted interventions.
- Policy Evaluation: The index can be used to evaluate the effectiveness of social policies and interventions. By tracking changes in the social index score over time, policymakers can assess the impact of specific initiatives and make data-driven decisions regarding resource allocation and policy adjustments.
- Targeting Resources: The social index helps identify demographic groups or geographic regions that are facing greater social challenges or experiencing lower levels of well-being. It assists in targeting resources and interventions to address specific social issues, reduce disparities, and promote equitable development.
- Comparing Demographic Groups: The social index allows for comparisons between different demographic groups or across different regions. It provides insights into the relative social standing or well-being of these groups, facilitating a deeper understanding of disparities and informing policy efforts to address them.
- Advocacy and Awareness: The social index can be used as a tool for advocacy and raising awareness about social issues. By quantifying and visualizing social conditions, the index helps highlight areas of concern, draw attention to inequalities, and mobilize support for social change and policy reforms.
- Monitoring Progress: The index serves as a benchmark for monitoring progress and evaluating the impact of social development initiatives. It enables stakeholders to track changes in social indicators, identify trends, and measure the effectiveness of interventions over time.
- Academic and Research Purposes: The social index provides researchers with a comprehensive metric to study social phenomena and investigate the relationship between different social factors. It helps generate insights, support academic research, and contribute to the body of knowledge on social well-being and development.
- Overall, the social index serves as a valuable tool for understanding, measuring, and addressing social challenges. It informs policy decisions, facilitates targeted interventions, and promotes a more holistic approach to social development and well-being.